| Place Name | Amherst |
| Place Type | Unincorporated |
| ZIP Code(s) | 01002 |
| County | Hampshire County |
| Area Code(s) | 413 |
| Timezone | Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) |
| Population () | |
| Metro/Micro Stats Area | Springfield, MA |
| US Congressional District(s) | Massachusetts 2nd |
| State House Districts | 3rd Hampshire |
| State Senate Districts | Cape and Islands |